What happens if the veteran transfers his/her benefits but does not complete the 4 year additional service requirement?
The VA will bill a spouse or dependent for any education benefits they dispersed, if a veteran does not complete their additional 4 year service requirement. The service requirement is considered waived if the servicemember dies, has a disability that prevents the servicemember from completing their service, the military service secretary (e.g., Secretary of the Army) grants a hardship waiver or if the servicemember lost their job due to a reduction in force by the military.
